vocab pod Flashcards

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malelovent

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having or showing a wish to do evil to others.

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malapropism

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the mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with unintentionally amusing effect, as in, for example, “dance a flamingo ” (instead of flamenco ).

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malicious

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characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm.

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maladorous

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smelling very unpleasant

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malady

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a disease or ailment.

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malaria

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an intermittent and remittent fever caused by a protozoan parasite that invades the red blood cells. The parasite is transmitted by mosquitoes in many tropical and subtropical regions

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malediction

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a magical word or phrase uttered with the intention of bringing about evil or destruction; a curse.

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malefactor

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a person who commits a crime or some other wrong.

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malignant

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(of a disease) very virulent or infectious.

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malpractice

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improper, illegal, or negligent professional activity or treatment, especially by a medical practitioner, lawyer, or public official.

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